MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
52,679 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
l/h rear indicator a bit wobbly
Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear wheel has a missing wheel bolt(s) (4.2.3a)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
al four indicators flash a bit fast.
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
al four indicators flash a bit fast.
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Offside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Moto Guzzi California?
Based on 17,571 MOT tests across 1,608 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R161 FUA is a 1997 Moto Guzzi California in Blue with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
Across all 1997 Moto Guzzi California models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 22,522 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
The most common reason a Moto Guzzi California fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 214 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R161 FUA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Moto Guzzi California typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 29 years old, this Moto Guzzi California is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was R161 FUA registered?
R161 FUA is a 1997 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 15 September 1997.
Is R161 FUA safe to buy?
The MOT history for R161 FUA shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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